Mount View Terrace is in Port Talbot and in Port Talbot district. SA12 6HH is located in the Aberavon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aberavon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mount View Terrace, Port Talbot, SA12 6HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA12 6DY, SA12 6EA, SA12 6DU, SA12 6DS, SA12 6EB, SA12 6HG, SA12 6DR, SA12 6ED, SA12 8SF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA12 6HH has a slightly higher male population, with 53% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 47% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 50.6% | 53% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.9% | 40.9% | -4.0% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.7% | 37.4% | 4.7% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 6.3% | 3% | -3.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 10.2% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.5% | 39.3% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 34% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 18.2% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 5.3% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 3.3% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around SA12 6HH this area, 28.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.3% | 28.6% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 10.3% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 15.8% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 8.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 12% | -1.4% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 23.1% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.1% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.4% | 88.7% | -9.7% | 81.4% | 7.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.2% | 2.1% |
| Other | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
In this area, 88.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.1% | 88.2% | -8.9% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 7.9% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 88.8% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 2.9% | 2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.3% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.3% | 76.7% | -8.4% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.1% | 37.2% | 7.9% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mount View Terrace was 144.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.8% lower than the Aberavon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mount View Terrace has the 17th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Aberavon and the 65th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Neath Port Talbot .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Mount View Terrace, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2024-05-16 | £127,309 |
| 3 Mount View Terrace, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2022-08-22 | £76,304 |
| 5 Mount View Terrace, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Other, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2021-06-16 | £92,526 |
| 16 Mount View Terrace, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £69,480 | 2019-06-17 | £104,369 |
| 9 Mount View Terrace, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2018-02-05 | £146,250 |
SA12 6HH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School Water Street , Aberavon SA12 6LF | - not rated | 377 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC School and 6th Form Centre Newton Avenue , Aberavon SA12 6EY | - not rated | 426 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School Nobel Avenue , SA12 6YN | - not rated | 579 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sandfields Primary School Lilian Street , Port Talbot SA12 6AJ | - not rated | 653 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tywyn Primary School Channel View , Sandfields SA12 6JF | - not rated | 1,654 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Becky's Bakes | 1 Hopkin Street | 226 yd | |
| Caffe Latte | Unit 23a, Aberafan Shopping Centre | 246 yd | |
| Honey Bee Coffee Cafe | West Mall, Aberafan Shopping Centre | 246 yd | |
| The Hideout | Cafe, Aberafan Shopping Centre | 246 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 41, Aberafan Shopping Centre | 246 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princess Royal Theatre | Princess Royal Theatre, Port T, Access To Port Talbot Civic Ce | 341 yd | |
| Forge Tavern | 4 Forge Road | 559 yd | |
| Afan Masonic Club | Afan Masonic Temple, Forge Road | 566 yd | |
| GWRSA Club | Astra Business Park, Cramic Way | 608 yd | |
| Aberavon Harlequins RFC | Harlequin R F C Social Club, Harlequin Road | 612 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Star Fish Bar | 2 Dalrymple Street | 57 yd | |
| Baristas 2 Coffee Shop | Unit M1, Aberafan Shopping Centre | 246 yd | |
| Ginger | 1a Julian Terrace | 410 yd | |
| Just Desserts Ltd | 2a Pembroke Terrace | 540 yd | |
| Fairfield Fish Bar | 2A Pembroke Terrace | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd | Unit D1, Aberafan Shopping Centre | 246 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket, Prior Street | 525 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 60.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.